You Have Chosen … Wisely
April 28, 2016
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Purdue Federal procures longer lasting financial relationships with its affinity card product.
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Deepening Member Relationships with Affinity Cards
April 28, 2016
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Credit unions enjoy a historical strength through their affiliation with organizations that are integral to their members’ lives. The affiliation may be through the company they work for, a military branch, or an organization they are associated with. One way to reinforce this affiliation is through an affinity credit card that is branded with the credit union’s logo, but also contains imagery rel
Procuring more than Office Supplies: Small Businesses Demand Flexibility in Payment Options
April 28, 2016
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One of the many challenges of running a business of any size is properly allocating and managing corporate purchases. Although company checks and business credit cards have long been the standard form of payment among businesses, many companies are now turning to procurement cards as a fast, efficient, and cost-saving measure.
Waking Up to the Potential of Credit Cards
April 28, 2016
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Turning around a card portfolio is possible. As Community First Credit Union highlights, devoting time and energy to a program can deliver results.
When it Comes to Credit Card Growth, They Hit the Bull’s Eye
April 28, 2016
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Bull’s Eye Credit Union has realized over 50 percent growth in its credit card loans last year. Find out the top ten credit unions by credit card growth and the secret to success for Bull’s Eye.
How Pentagon Builds Credit Card Loyalty
April 26, 2016
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Between common-interest affinity programs, low rates, and monthly cash back rewards, Pentagon has clearly put the member first in credit card lending.
DuPont Community Grows Credit Cards without Losing its Marbles
April 26, 2016
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DuPont Community Credit Union ($486m) had a goal of increasing credit card loans by $4.8 million in two months but surpassed it in only two weeks.
Affinity Federal’s Steady Hand Yields Dynamic Results
April 26, 2016
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Sticking to its roots kept this New Jersey credit union standing firm in uncertain times.
Piedmont Advantage Re-Energizes Its Card Offerings
April 22, 2016
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A marketing campaign focused on new low rates and balance transfer opportunities resonates with consumers looking to switch their primary credit card relationship in the wake of the CARD Act.
All Cards are Not Created Equal
April 22, 2016
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APL FCU in Maryland leveraged the CARD Act to teach their members about responsible credit card practices. They’ve seen new outstanding card balances triple from the year prior.
You Have Chosen … Wisely
Purdue Federal procures longer lasting financial relationships with its affinity card product.
Deepening Member Relationships with Affinity Cards
Credit unions enjoy a historical strength through their affiliation with organizations that are integral to their members' lives. The affiliation may be through the company ...
Procuring more than Office Supplies: Small Businesses Demand Flexibility in Payment Options
One of the many challenges of running a business of any size is properly allocating and managing corporate purchases. Although company checks and business credit ...
Waking Up to the Potential of Credit Cards
Turning around a card portfolio is possible. As Community First Credit Union highlights, devoting time and energy to a program can deliver results.
When it Comes to Credit Card Growth, They Hit the Bull’s Eye
Bull's Eye Credit Union has realized over 50 percent growth in its credit card loans last year. Find out the top ten credit unions by ...
How Pentagon Builds Credit Card Loyalty
Between common-interest affinity programs, low rates, and monthly cash back rewards, Pentagon has clearly put the member first in credit card lending.
DuPont Community Grows Credit Cards without Losing its Marbles
DuPont Community Credit Union ($486m) had a goal of increasing credit card loans by $4.8 million in two months but surpassed it in only two ...
Affinity Federal’s Steady Hand Yields Dynamic Results
Sticking to its roots kept this New Jersey credit union standing firm in uncertain times.
Piedmont Advantage Re-Energizes Its Card Offerings
A marketing campaign focused on new low rates and balance transfer opportunities resonates with consumers looking to switch their primary credit card relationship in the ...
All Cards are Not Created Equal
APL FCU in Maryland leveraged the CARD Act to teach their members about responsible credit card practices. They’ve seen new outstanding card balances triple from ...
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